Weiss North America, Inc. offers its latest in highly dynamic drive technology for the basic axis - the lightweight, aluminum profile-based HG 12 and HG 25 linear motor axes. "Notably, the closed linear axes, based on aluminum profile design, overtakes traditional belt drive and spindle drive technology in reducing costs while achieving a far more precise axis and definitive edge in compactness," said a company spokesperson.
An extension of the HN series, the integrated and ready-for-installation HG series is also engineered with a guide profile cover that is made of machined aluminum. According to the company, this provides optimal protection for applications that experience external contamination influences and extends service life.
The compact ball-type linear guides feature an absolute measuring system as well as automatic lubrication. The HG series is available in two different axis sizes: HG 25 with peak force of 180 N, and HG 12 with peak force of 110 N. Both versions are designed to provide smooth movements and maximum dynamics.
"The HG axes can also be used in areas where cost factors have typically made conventional drives the standard choice in the past," said the spokesperson. "Specifically, they are designed for lighter load applications, with the HG 25 and HG 12 offering 10 kg and 5 kg maximum load capacities." They offer a maximum acceleration of 40 m/s2 and a maximum speed of 4 m/s.
According to the company, typical small parts assembly applications that would benefit from the HG series include: electronics, flat panel displays, semiconductors, machine tools, material handling, medical, packaging, etc.
"The distinct design advancement of the covered guide profile combats contamination issues such as light metallic production dust," said Josh Treter, Weiss Product Sales Manager - Direct Drives. "This provides customers with unique end use advantages. "Additionally, Weiss can also add an air-purge port fitting to the guide to add positive air pressure."
According to the company, end users can utilize Weiss Application Software (WAS) to enable simple and intuitive commissioning of the linear components. The graphic user interface series is designed to provide faster set-up and smooth operation.
For more information contact:
Weiss North America, Inc.
3860 Ben Hur Avenue, Suite 3
Willoughby, OH 44094
888-934-7762
info@weissna.com
www.weissna.com